Charleston Sternwheel Regatta Security Boost | Charleston News

Charleston West Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

Charleston’s Sternwheel Regatta is locked down tighter than ever this Thursday, with cops everywhere—on the ground, in the water, and even in the sky—after last year’s gun arrests sent shockwaves through the community. No bag checks, but plenty of undercover officers blending into the crowd to keep things moving and safe. Drones and rooftop patrols are watching for drunk boaters and swimmers near docks, while last year’s drone footage helped nab gun incidents. Security kicked off right after last year’s event, and officers are begging the public to report anything suspicious—call 911, talk to…